the town has notable infrastructure which is considered a model for initiative programs, commerce strategies, and employment satisfaction - rio das ostras has one of the best health care systems in the country, maintains one of the highest population growth rates in the country because its safety.

the best known beaches in rio das ostras are praia da trataruga, praia do centro, praia do bosque e costa azul, the latter being one of best surf spots in the country - one of the most frequented attraction in town is the square of the whale (praça da baleia) at the end of costa azul.

the emperor dom pedro ii is said to have come to enjoy the shades of the landmark centenary fig trees by the praia do centro - in the center of the plaza there is a 20-meter bronze statue of the jubarte whale.